Old Testament
What was the name of Abraham’s wife?
Sarah
This saint brought Christianity to Egypt.
Saint Mark
This feast celebrates Christ’s rising from the dead.
The Resurrection?
This is the number of sacraments in the Church.
7
Who was Moses’ brother?
Aaron
What does "Theotokos" mean?
Mother of God
This feast is 50 days after the Resurrection.
Pentecost?
What is the name of the incense container used by the priest or deacon?
The Censer
Who was the tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus?
Zacchaeus
Which saint is known as the prince of martyrs
Saint George
This major feast celebrates the baptism of Christ in the Jordan.
Theophany (Epiphany)
What do we call the cup containing the Blood of Christ?
The Chalice
Who was Moses’s successor who led the Israelites into the promise land?
Joshua
Which saint is known as “the pillar of the faith” and served as pope of Alexandria during the council of Nicaea
St Alexander of Alexandria
Which feast celebrates the Transfiguration of Jesus?
The Feast of the Transfiguration
What are the three main liturgies traditionally associated with the Coptic Orthodox Church?
St. Basil, St. Gregory, and St. Cyril
Which prophet was taken up to heaven in a chariot of fire?
Elijah
Which Coptic saint was martyred after refusing to deny Christ and is commemorated on Nayrouz?
St. Abanoub
Name all 7 major feasts of the Lord.
Annunciation, Nativity, Theophany, Palm Sunday, Resurrection, Ascension, Pentecost?
Why does the priest use incense during the Liturgy?
It symbolizes our prayers rising to God and reminds us of God's presence.